From Landlines to 5G: Tracing India’s Telecom Revolution on Independence Day 2025

On the 79th Independence Day of India, the country remembers its illustrious history, the periods of struggle, and the numerous revolutions that have shaped our modern world. Among all these stories, one that perfectly encapsulates all of these elements is the country’s telecommunications story, from rotary-dial landlines to blazing-fast 5G networks, connecting over a billion people and pushing forward India’s tech ambitions.